Ruger Blackhawk Convertible Stainless 5.5" .45 Colt/.45 ACP Revolver

A: Hi Jackson, yes it will handle it.

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A: Yes it will it is a Blackhawk Model the Ruger vaquero is the light weight frame that will not handle "Ruger only " loads

A: Yes, this "Blackhawk" Framed Pistol is heavy duty frame and will handle Ruger Only Loads.

A: It will handle the hot loads but watch that the cylinder pin does not jump out under recoil. Belt Mountain makes a kit to prevent this from happening.

A: It comes with two easy to swap cylinders so that both calibers can be fired from this revolver.

A: It comes with 2 cylinders and you need to change them. Here's the Ruger specs. https://www.ruger.com/products/newModelBlackhawkConvertible/specSheets/0472.html

A: it is a new model Bisley The super Blackhawk is a slightly larger frame mainly used in the 44 magnum specs for the 0472 model are Williams Shooters Supply Distributor Exclusive Model Number: 0472 Caliber: 45 Colt GripsBlack Laminate - Bisley™ Style Barrel Length5.50" Overall Length12" MaterialStainless Steel Also IncludesExtra 45 ACP Cylinder Capacity6 Front SightRamp Rear SightAdjustable Twist1:16" RH FinishStainless Weight46 oz. Grooves6 Traditional western-style, hand-filling grip has long been acknowledged as one of the most comfortable and natural pointing of any grip style. Target-grade accuracy with ramp front and adjustable rear sights. Patented transfer bar mechanism and loading gate interlock provide an unparalleled measure of security against accidental discharge. Variety of caliber, barrel length, grips, finish and weight guarantees a model to meet the needs of today's single-action shooters. Cold hammer-forged barrel results in ultra-precise rifling that provides exce

A: Any way around they are all BIG revolvers

A: the standard blackhawks are a larger frame the New Vaqueros are a smaller frame and not safe for the Blackhawk only (45LC) reloads in some reloading manuals. to add to the confusion the original Vaqueros were the large frame and would be safe with the heavy loads the main difference between the super balckhawk and the standard Blackhawk was the grip frame was a little larger and different shape the frames themselves were the same now the Bisley has a different grip frame. ruger has mainly done away with the term "super Blackhawk" and has now changed the SB grip frame to the same as the standard (fullsize) Blackhawks

A: the standard blackhawks are a larger frame the New Vaqueros are a smaller frame and not safe for the Blackhawk only (45LC) reloads in some reloading manuals. to add to the confusion the original Vaqueros were the large frame and would be safe with the heavy loads

A: Phil, thanks for the clarification my man. This will help the Community members a great deal Sir. Cheers!

A: Andrew, yes Sir it does. The Ruger Blackhawk Bisley features Ruger's patented transfer bar ignition system with loading gate interlock and reverse indexing pawl.

A: Andrew, Yes you are correct on your observation.

A: yes it is one of the strongest 45long cots on the market the other being the freedom arms 45 SAA infact many reloading manuals have a section for hot 45lc rounds just for the blackhawk the ruger vaquero is smaller and not as strong i shoot this gun except mine is blued not stainless

A: Hi Dennis and welcome. All Ruger handguns are proofed at 40% over max load. The large frame .45 Colt and the .44Mag BH/SBH our built on the same frame. Cylinder size is the same. The only thing different is the size of the holes. It will live with hol loads. Cheers, stay safe and enjoy!

A: Yes, it will eat them and spittem down range with no issues.